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IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.
Askar

Askar

Askar specializes in portable, high-performance telescopes and optical accessories designed for astrophotography and visual observation. With precise optics, robust build quality, and practical portability, Askar instruments deliver sharp images across a range of deep-sky and planetary targets. At David Astro, we provide the expertise to help you select the right Askar scope for your observing conditions and imaging goals.

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Askar 52mm F4 Guide Scope

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7 variants in stock

Aperture: 52mm Focal Length: 208mm Focal Ratio: f/4 Focuser: Helical with 25mm travel Weight: 631g Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Do...

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Askar 6nm Colour Magic Ha/OIII & SII/OIII (D1+D2) Filter Package

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3 in stock

6nm Dual-Bandpass Filter Set Includes D1 (Hα+OIII) and D2 (SII+OIII) Filters Enables SHO-like imaging with color cameras High contrast for light-p...

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Askar 6nm Colour Magic Super Ha/OIII D1 Filter - 2"

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4 in stock

Dual-Bandpass: 8.5nm H-alpha & 6.5nm OIII Peak Transmittance: >85% at 500.7nm and 656.6nm Light Pollution Suppression: ≥OD5 blocking from 2...

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Askar 6nm Colour Magic Super SII/OIII D2 Filter - 2"

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3 in stock

Dual-band filter passing OIII (6.5nm) and SII (8.5nm) wavelengths Peak transmittance of 85% for maximum signal capture Designed for color cameras ...

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Askar 71F Quadruplet Flat-Field APO f/6.9

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71mm Aperture Quadruplet APO Optical Design 490mm Focal Length at f/6.9 44mm Full-Frame Corrected Image Circle Integrated Field Flattener 3.0kg To...

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Askar 80ED f/7 Doublet

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560mm Focal Length f/7 Focal Ratio Triplet Objective with ED Glass APS-C Corrected Image Circle 55mm Back Focus 0.42kg Weight Description FAQ S...

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Askar 80PHQ f/7 Quadruplet APO

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80mm Aperture 600mm Focal Length (f/7.5) Quadruplet APO Optics with 2 ED Elements 44mm Full-Frame Image Circle 3.9kg Optical Tube Weight Descri...

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Askar AF Kit for FMA180 Pro

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Enables Electronic Autofocus on the Askar FMA180 Pro Designed for Seamless Integration with ZWO EAF Broadly Compatible with Most Electronic Focuse...

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Askar Colour Magic Ha/OIII & SII/OIII (C1+C2) Filter Package

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Complete 2-Filter Narrowband Solution for Color Cameras Captures H-alpha, Oxygen-III, and Sulfur-II Wavelengths Filter 1 (C1): Hα + OIII Duo-Band ...

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Askar Colour Magic Ha/OIII C1 Filter - 2"

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3 in stock

Dual-bandpass filter for H-alpha (656.6nm) and Oxygen-III (500.7nm) Asymmetrical bandwidths: 15nm for H-alpha, 35nm for OIII Greater than 90% peak...

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Askar Colour Magic SII/OIII C2 Filter - 2"

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5 in stock

Dual-band filter passing SⅡ (672nm) and OIII (500.7nm) emission lines Designed for one-shot-color cameras to capture data often missed by Hα/OIII ...

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Askar D-Series Universal Dovetail Plate - 200mm

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Losmandy D-Series Profile Universal Hole and Slot Mounting Pattern Flexible Accessory Integration Solid, Flex-Free Connection Description FAQ S...

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Askar D-Series Universal Dovetail Plate - 300mm

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2 in stock

300mm Overall Length Universal D-Series (Losmandy-style) Profile Slotted and Tapped Mounting Holes Designed for Tube Rings and Guide Scopes Provid...

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Askar D-Series Universal Dovetail Plate - 400mm

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400mm Length D-Series (Losmandy-style) Profile Universal Hole and Slot Pattern Connects Tube Rings and Accessories Solid, Flex-Free Mounting Platf...

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Askar FMA135 135mm f/4.5 APO Lens

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135mm Focal Length f/4.5 Focal Ratio 30mm Aperture Sextuplet APO Optical Design 280g Total Weight Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Dow...

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Askar FMA180 Pro 180mm f/4.5 APO Full Frame Lens

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40mm Aperture Sextuplet APO Lens 180mm Focal Length at a Fast f/4.5 44mm Image Circle for Full-Frame Sensors Standard 55mm Back Focus with M48x0.7...

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Askar FRA300 Pro 60mm f/5 Quintuplet APO

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60mm Aperture Quintuplet APO Astrograph 300mm Focal Length at a Fast f/5 Focal Ratio 44mm Full-Frame Image Circle Integrated Petzval Corrector Des...

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Askar FRA400 72mm f/5.6 Quintuplet APO

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72mm Aperture Quintuplet APO Lens 400mm Focal Length at f/5.6 44mm Full-Frame Image Circle 140mm Available Back Focus 3" Rack-and-Pinion Focuser w...

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Askar FRA400C 72mm f/5.6 Quintuplet APO

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72mm Aperture Quintuplet APO Optics 400mm Focal Length at f/5.6 Covers a 44mm Full-Frame Image Circle Integrated 17-Blade Aperture (f/5.6-f/22) 2....

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Askar FRA500 90mm f/5.6 Quintuplet APO

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90mm Aperture Quintuplet APO Optics 500mm Focal Length at f/5.6 Massive 55mm Flat-Field Image Circle Includes Two ED Glass Elements Total Assemble...

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Askar FRA600 108mm f/5.6 Quintuplet APO

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108mm Aperture 600mm Focal Length (f/5.6) Quintuplet Flat-Field APO Optical Design 66mm Corrected Image Circle Total Weight of 6.5kg Descriptio...

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Askar M54/M48 T-Ring for Canon EOS-R

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Securely adapts Canon EOS-R mirrorless camera bodies Connects to M54x0.75 and M48x0.75 threaded correctors Integrated rotational adjuster for fine...

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Askar Multi-Connection Finder Plate 150

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2 in stock

Designed specifically for the Askar FRA600/5.6 Astrograph Provides a standard Vixen-style dovetail connection point Compatible with various Askar ...

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Askar Multi-Connection Finder Plate 90

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Designed for a seamless fit with the Askar FRA400/5.6 Astrograph Accepts any accessory with a standard Vixen-style dovetail foot Provides a secure...

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Compact and Versatile Telescopes

Askar telescopes are engineered for a balance of portability and optical performance. Their designs include:

  • ED Refractors: Extra-low dispersion optics for high-contrast, color-corrected imaging.
  • Apochromatic Refractors: Crisp star points and minimal chromatic aberration for wide-field imaging.
  • Short Tube Refractors: Lightweight and portable options ideal for travel and small mounts.
  • Astrographs: Optimized for fast focal ratios, ideal for CMOS cameras and deep-sky imaging.

Accessories and Imaging Support

Askar provides a range of accessories to optimize your imaging train and observing experience:

  • Field Flatteners & Reducers: Maintain sharp stars across the full frame and reduce focal length for wider fields.
  • Focusers: High-precision dual-speed focusers for accurate backfocus adjustment.
  • Adapters & Mounting Solutions: Wide selection for cameras, filter wheels, and eyepieces, ensuring proper spacing and secure connections.
  • Camera-Compatible Designs: Most Askar telescopes support direct camera mounting for efficient imaging sessions.

Who Should Use Askar

  • Traveling astrophotographers needing lightweight, portable scopes without sacrificing image quality.
  • Wide-field and deep-sky imaging enthusiasts seeking high-performance ED or apochromatic optics.
  • Observers requiring precise, low-maintenance optics for both visual and photographic applications.

Why Choose David Astro for Askar

  • Curated Selection: Full range of Askar telescopes and accessories available from stock.
  • Technical Guidance: Support for telescope selection, backfocus, and accessory compatibility.
  • Hands-On Expertise: Advice based on real-world use and imaging conditions.
  • Fast Shipping: Reliable delivery across Canada, the USA, and worldwide.

We ensure your Askar telescope is set up for maximum optical performance, whether for visual observing or astrophotography.